We represent more than 40,000 physicians worldwide – educating, improving and influencing for better health and care.

Who we are

Discover the story of the RCP and our role in driving improvements in health and healthcare.

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Who's who?

Meet the RCP’s trustees, officers, volunteers and senior staff.

Our people

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Our structure, governance and management

The RCP is a registered charity (no. 210508), incorporated by royal charter dated 23 September 1518, affirmed by an act of parliament in 1523. The charter of 1518 was amended by a supplemental royal charter dated 11 March 1999.

The governing instruments of the RCP are the royal charters, and the bye-laws as amended from time to time. The RCP is also registered at Companies House as a company incorporated by royal charter (no. RC000899).

Governance

Our commitment to environmental sustainability

The RCP is deeply committed to minimising the environmental impacts of its operations and is continually seeking innovative ways to improve its sustainability.

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Careers

Looking to join our team and work at the RCP? Find out about our current vacancies and why the RCP could be the right place for you.

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RCP equality and diversity

We believe that the RCP will thrive by actively promoting inclusivity, with people of all backgrounds coming together and achieving success.

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Find us

The RCP has offices in Regent's Park, London and our northern home The Spine in Paddington Village, Liverpool.

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Medicinal garden

The Royal College of Physicians' garden contains over 1,100 plants, all with links to medicine.

RCP library

Our library supports fellows, members and students to meet their professional development and educational goals.

RCP museum

Explore more than 500 years of medical history in our iconic building in the heart of London.

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